How to carry out replacement: Headlight Bulb 1.6 (L48) Vauxhall Astra H
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How to change headlight bulb on VAUXHALL Astra Mk V (H) (A04) Hatchback – replacement guide

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When to replace the Headlight Bulb on your VAUXHALL ASTRA
Recommended replacement interval for the part category Headlight bulb : 12 month / 15000 km
Important!
This replacement procedure can be used for:
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Replacement: headlight bulb – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk V (H) Hatchback. Tools you need:
Electronic spray
Drive socket # 7
Torx bit T30
Ratchet wrench
Flat screwdriver
Microfibre towel
Fender cover
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Replacement: headlight bulb – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk V (H) Hatchback. Tip from AUTODOC experts:
  • The replacement procedure is identical for the left and right headlight bulbs.
  • Replace the bulbs in both headlights at a time.
  • All work should be done with the engine stopped.
Replacement: headlight bulb – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk V (H) Hatchback. Take the following steps:
  1. Step 1
    Switch off the ignition.
    Step 2
    Open the hood.
    Step 3
    Use a fender protection cover to prevent damaging paintwork and plastic parts of the car.
    Step 4
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    Detach the air intake hose clamp. Use a drive socket #7. Use a ratchet wrench.
  2. Step 5
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    Disconnect the air intake pipe from the air filter housing.
  3. Step 6
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    Cover the air intake hose with a microfibre towel to prevent dust and dirt from getting into the system.
  4. Step 7
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    Detach the fasteners connecting the air pipe and the wiring harness to the air filter housing.
  5. Step 8
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    Take off the filter lid. Remove the filter element from the filter housing.
  6. Step 9
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    Unscrew the filter housing fastening bolts. Use Torx T30. Use a ratchet wrench.
  7. Step 10
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    Remove the air filter housing.
  8. Step 11
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    Detach the bulb holder by turning it by ~30°. Remove the holder from the headlight mounting seat.
  9. Step 12
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    Remove the old bulb. Use a flat screwdriver.
  10. Step 13
    Check the condition of the bulb holder terminals. Replace if necessary.
    Step 14
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    Clean the bulb mounting seat on the holder. Use electronic spray.
  11. Step 15
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    Install a new bulb into the holder.
    Replacement: headlight bulb – VAUXHALL ASTRA Mk V (H) Hatchback. AUTODOC recommends:
    Avoid touching the bulb glass. The finger marks left on it may cause failure.
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